Salish Wood Turtle w/ Nacre Inlay by Mel Good Jr.
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**Originally Listed At $400**
Mel Good Jr. (Salish, b. 20th century). "Turtle" wood and abalone shell, n.d. Signed with title on verso. A graceful wooden plaque of a turtle, hand-carved by Mel Good Jr. of the Snuneymuxw Nation. The stylized animal is carved from cedar and enveloped in a lustrous, dark finish that brings out the deep shadows of its abstract designs. Seventeen circular inlays of abalone shell additionally adorn the piece; their pearly white appearance beautifully contrasting the dark espresso hue of the wood. Size: 13.25" W x 7.5" H (33.7 cm x 19 cm)
Provenance: private Alamo, California, USA collection, acquired in 1981; ex-Leon Lafortune collection
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#180175
Mel Good Jr. (Salish, b. 20th century). "Turtle" wood and abalone shell, n.d. Signed with title on verso. A graceful wooden plaque of a turtle, hand-carved by Mel Good Jr. of the Snuneymuxw Nation. The stylized animal is carved from cedar and enveloped in a lustrous, dark finish that brings out the deep shadows of its abstract designs. Seventeen circular inlays of abalone shell additionally adorn the piece; their pearly white appearance beautifully contrasting the dark espresso hue of the wood. Size: 13.25" W x 7.5" H (33.7 cm x 19 cm)
Provenance: private Alamo, California, USA collection, acquired in 1981; ex-Leon Lafortune collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#180175
Condition
Signed with title on verso; also has an email address lightly inscribed on verso. Some minor nicks, but otherwise, intact and in overall excellent condition. Suspension hook on verso for display.
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Salish Wood Turtle w/ Nacre Inlay by Mel Good Jr.
Estimate $400 - $600
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